Guns N' Roses Appetite For Destruction Vinyl LP Banned Nude Cover Brazil Edition

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Guns N' Roses : Appetite For Destruction
12" Vinyl Record Album : Geffen/MCA/BMG Records 1988/1991 #150.8100 Stereo

Guns N' Roses' debut, Appetite for Destruction was a turning point for hard rock in the late '80s, it was a dirty, dangerous, and mean record in a time when heavy metal meant nothing but a good time. On the surface, Guns N' Roses may appear to celebrate the same things as their peers, namely, sex, liquor, drugs, and rock & roll, but there is a nasty edge to their songs, since Axl Rose doesn't see much fun in the urban sprawl of L.A. and its parade of heavy metal thugs, cheap women, booze, and crime. The music is as nasty as the lyrics, wallowing in a bluesy, metallic hard rock borrowed from Aerosmith, AC/DC, and countless faceless hard rock bands of the early '80s. It's a primal, sleazy sound that adds grit to already grim tales. It also makes Rose's misogyny, fear, and anger hard to dismiss as merely an artistic statement; this is music that sounds lived-in. And that's exactly why Appetite for Destruction is such a powerful record, not only does Axl have fears, but he also is vulnerable, particularly on the power ballad "Sweet Child O' Mine." He also has a talent for conveying the fears and horrors of the decaying inner city, whether it's on the charging "Welcome to the Jungle," the heroin ode "Mr. Brownstone," or "Paradise City," which simply wants out. But as good as Rose's lyrics and screeching vocals are, they wouldn't be nearly as effective without the twin-guitar interplay of Slash and Izzy Stradlin, who spit out riffs and solos better than any band since the Rolling Stones, and that's what makes Appetite for Destruction the best metal record of the late '80s. Guns N' Roses: W. Axl Rose (vocals, synthesizer, percussion); Slash (acoustic & electric guitars); Izzy Stradlin (guitar, background vocals, percussion); Duff "Rose" McKagan (bass, background vocals); Steven Adler (drums). (web review)

Album description: This GNR album features the infamous banned "robot rape" cover painting by Robert Williams, featuring a disheveled, partially nude woman, who was selling Mr. Mini-Mite robots on the street. This album was pressed and made in Brazil. The vinyl record has got some noticeable scratches, condition only fair, played okay on my player, no skips or jumps, buy for the cover. The cover is in much better condition, just some edge wear and a small crease on the "N" in Guns N Roses. The inner sleeve is clear plastic. Released 24 years ago. Made in Brazil. The pictures in this listing are of the actual album you will receive. Check out our listings for a wide variety of LP's, 45's, CD's, cassettes & more, everything reasonably priced. We ship worldwide in very secure packaging and shipping costs will be combined on multiple purchases. Any questions, please email us for a prompt reply.

Tracklist:
1. Welcome to the Jungle
2. It's So Easy
3. Nightrain
4. Out Ta Get Me
5. Mr. Brownstone
6. Paradise City
7. My Michelle
8. Think About You
9. Sweet Child O' Mine
10. You're Crazy
11. Anything Goes
12. Rocket Queen

Condition:
Vinyl: Fair
Cover: Very Good+
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